Striped Leather Purse DIY. “It” bags come and go, but theres always one purse in your closet that no matter what the current trend, you just cant part with it.
Thats why Im so excited about this DIY tutorial post, its brought new life to what used to be one of my favorite purses and I think it will be my new favorite bag for this season. My inspiration for this bag came from the Fendi Peekaboo Satchel, you can make your own unique version without breaking the bank. To see step by step instructions and photos click here. 1-leather (or faux leather) purseGessoWhite acrylic paintGreen acrylic paint (or color of your choice)Matte VarnishPaintbrushPallet for paintPainters tape (I used scotch blue but Ive heard gorilla tape is better – what’s your fave?) RulerPencil – I used a light colored eye liner, (they wipe off easily) Step 1Make sure the surface of your bag is clean and dry. Step 3 Start with your gesso and paint a thin layer over each of your taped off stripes. Step 6 Paint your handles with gesso.
DIY projects made from everyday objects. I was inspired to make this DIY tote bag after I took a trip to the farmer's market and realized I needed a comfortable and lightweight bag to carry all my goodies.
I love the way this DIY project turned out and, more importantly, there was no sewing involved! A pillowcase already has all the stitching you need to create this easy and stylish tote bag. The cross-body shoulder strap also makes it super comfortable to carry around all day. Just grab a pillowcase from your dresser, stamp it, give it a couple snips and you've got a custom carry-all tote for your next trip to the market! Follow the steps below to make your very own. Materials: • King Size Pillowcase (you could also use a standard size, but the bag will be smaller. . • Acrylic Paint and a Dish Sponge (if you wish to add a pattern to the bag) • Long Fabric Strip (for the strap) • Scissors • Lay the pillowcase flat with the open end facing towards you. DIY Patterned Snakeskin Clutch. When I saw this clutch (in the photo below) in the past issue of InStyle, I got so excited.
It's a whole lot to take in, I understand. The colors, the snakeskin, the pattern? I love it. Unfortunately, I can't find a better picture of the Carlos Falchi clutch online, but it looks magical. As I've mentioned before, I'm often commitment-phobic with my DIYs. To make things even easier, at Michael's I found Duck Tape sheets. Keep reading for the how-to! Tools and Materials: Pencil and pen Scissors Paper cutter (optional, but helpful for straight cuts) Ruler Scrap paper Clutch Begin by sketching patterns and designs (true to size) on paper.
Use the paper cutter to cut strips of varying widths and colors from the ducktape. I cut out the sketch of my most elaborate design so I could trace it on to the gridded ducktape backing and cut it out. Save any scraps; you could incorporate them into your design later! I trimmed down the paper template to get the shape of the next layer. DIY projects made from everyday objects. What I love most about technology is that it's all about customization.
From your wallpaper to your apps, it's all about you. That's what inspired me to create a custom, one-of-a-kind sleeve for my favorite tech-cessory. A bubble mailer is the perfect object to upcycle for this DIY project, because not only is it the ideal size and shape for a tablet, but its very function is to protect your stuff! So next time you receive a package in the mail, keep the envelope, cover it up with your favorite fabric and you've got a custom case for your iPad, iPod, laptop or phone. Or make it a DIY party at the next girls-night-in. Bonus: No sewing required. DIY Minaudière. I have an awful habit of losing sunglasses.
Needless to say, I’ve accumulated an impressive collection of sunglass cases over the years. Recently we’ve discovered that these abandoned containers can easily by re-purposed into fabulous mini clutches! Inspired by those spotted during Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks, we made a super simple minaudière with just a few tools and a fancy piece of hardware. Open the sunglass case and drill a hole in the top center. Run the drill through the hole a few times in order to make the opening wide enough to fit the drawer pull. Easy. Perfect for all the essentials . . . minimalism at its best! (top image from style.com, rest of images by Honestly…WTF)